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From the heights of the Colombian Andes to the depths of the Mississippi Delta, Carlos Elliot has forged a universal sound that merges the indigenous and African roots of blues with the raw power of rock, carvings its way through on the global music scene. From this explosive fusion, where guitars howl like coyotes shaking the night and drumbeats pound like a galloping heart, an electric atmosphere emerges that envelops every soul in a unified dance.
Pioneer of Hill Country Blues in Latin America, Carlos Elliot has taken its infectious groove to stages in 16 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Forged in the cradle of the blues, for over 15 years has been embraced by the local scene, connecting with legends like James T-Model Ford, Big Jack Johnson, and RL Boyce, among others.
From their beginnings in Mississippi clubs to major world stages, their unique ever-evolving sound, and their songs in both English and Spanish, have become a declaration that champions unity and liberation, crossing borders, and inspiring a cultural movement that resonates with rock enthusiasts, fresh waves of indie and world music fans.
With Bobby Gentilo and Edu Oviedo the trio continues to perform on global stages their most recent, fifth album, «Soul Boogie”, which showcases their artistic growth and ability to fuse diverse musical styles in a universal sound that bridges cultures, generations, and continents.
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Carlos Elliot Jr.
Vocals, Guitar, Pedal Bass.
Activist and songwriter, who came from the Colombian Andes to immerse himself in “Hill Country Blues”, Carlos Elliot was quickly adopted by the musical brotherhood of north Mississippi. For the past 14 years he has learned from and played alongside of
RL Boyce, James T-Model Ford, Earl “Lil” Joe Ayers, the Kimbrough and Burnside families among others. He has toured the world playing his hypnotical Hill country Blues, that is worthy of his predecessors and spiced with his own native and latin American and Rock flavors. Understanding the need to promote ancestral traditions and ecological concerns, Carlos has carried his juke joint party and message of union in community and universal love.
Bobby Gentilo
Guitar, Pedal Bass, Vocals. Producer.
Coming from the northeast United States, Bobby is leader and guitarist of The Cornlickers, a host bad at the world famous Red’s Lounge juke joint in Mississippi. For more than six years he was a guitarist with and producer for Big Jack Johnson. He is one of the most versatile guitarists and arrangers on the scene, as well as a producer for artists such as Terry “Harmonica” Bean, Cadilac John Nolden, Anthony “Big A” Sherrod, Louis “Gearshifter” Youngblood and many others. He is sponsored by Eventide audio and Muysk cymbals. He runs RCR studio in Pennsylvania, U.S. and has collaborated with producers of the Rolling Stones, YES and Jeff Beck among others. Bobby is Carlos Elliot’s music producer with who he has released four albums and toured the world.
EDUARDO OVIEDO
Drums, Vocals.
Highly talented Colombian drummer, also known as “Lil’ Beast,” Eduardo has a bachelor degree in music and is a skilled musical arranger and producer. He has been playing drums since he was a kid. He is sponsored by Muysk cymbals, Gama drumsticks and Soultone. He has toured with Carlos in Europe and South and North America and honed his Hill Country Blues sound also playing with the legendary musicians of north Mississippi. A highly-regarde session and concert drummer and percussionist, he also works with other fusion projects. He is one of the most energetic and versatile drummers on the scene.
MANUEL ALUNA
Guitar, Pedal Bass, Vocals.
Colombian artist, guitarist, DJ, with over 10 years of presence in the musical scene. He has participated in several musical projects throughout his career, with bands such as Alunadelia, Astrólicos, and Carlos Elliot standing out. Additionally, he has been part of artistic collectives through which he has worked for vulnerable communities in his region. He is currently performing as a guitarist in Carlos Elliot’s band and as a DJ selector in his project: Phonocaptor.
JIMMY GRAJALES
F.O.H., Monitors engineer, Stage Manager, producer.
Audio producer and creator with 25 years of experience in concerts, festivals, tours, and corporate events. Adjunct professor at MOG Academy in the area of live sound and technical production. A well-known producer of extreme genres in the city, and founder and owner of the Caja Negra Records label.
Daniel Ramirez
F.O.H. Producer.
Producer, at Suena Colombia productions.
From the Colombian Andes to the Mississippi Delta
Carlos Elliot Jr. is more than just a musician—he’s a cultural ambassador, blending the raw energy of Mississippi Hill Country Blues with the vibrant rhythms of Latin America. His music is a journey through time and traditions, fusing the ancestral roots of African and Indigenous sounds with the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll.
A Global Blues-Rock Pioneer
Born in Colombia, Carlos fell in love with the Delta blues and traveled to Mississippi to immerse himself in its birthplace. He became one of the first Latin American artists to perform and record with blues legends in the heart of the blues scene. With a unique blend of storytelling, electrifying grooves, and a deep respect for tradition, he has taken his sound to 16 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia.
Authentic, Analog & Independent
Carlos Elliot Jr. is known for his organic, analog-driven music production, ensuring that every note carries the warmth and authenticity of classic blues and rock. His albums, recorded in historic studios with vintage equipment, capture the raw essence of live performance.
